Non Surgical Nose Jobs

One of the most popular plastic surgery procedures of all time, rhinoplasty – or a nose job – has been used as much for cosmetic reasons as it has medical conditions. Now for those seeking the nose they’ve always wanted, going under the knife is no longer necessary. Non-surgical nose enhancements have enjoyed great success to date, and might be just what you’ve been looking for.

How does a non-surgical nose job work?

During a traditional rhinoplasty procedure, the nose is reconstructed under a general anaesthetic, and has a recovery time of approximately 4-8 weeks. This procedure has been very helpful for people who suffer from poor breathing, prior injuries to the nose or other ailments that have medical concerns.

However, most people who have traditional rhinoplasty procedures done, do so for cosmetic reasons, and the introduction of non-surgical rhinoplasty in recent years has made it more affordable and safer in these cases.

The idea behind this procedure is to create balance using dermal fillers. For instance, if the nose has a large bump in the middle, the dermal filler Radiesse can be injected under the skin in the areas surrounding the bump, which has the effect of evening out the nose and creating the illusion of it being straight.

This same treatment can be used for all kinds of nasal anomalies, such as bulbous or crooked noses. It’s also effective for small noses that need building up, hooked shaped noses, wide noses, drooping nasal tips or asymmetrical noses.

The biggest advantages to a non-surgical nose job is the time, money and recovery time required – all of which are much less than a traditional rhinoplasty procedure, and because no general anaesthetic is used, there is a reduced risk of complications.

What is involved with a non surgical nose job

Firstly, you should consult with your cosmetic physician about your goals to ascertain if a non-surgical procedure is right for you. They will fully explain each step of the treatment and any possible complications. You will also be tested for any sensitivity or allergic responses to the dermal filler before proceeding.

A numbing cream or local anaesthetic is used to numb the area and then the dermal filler is injected in the areas needed. The physician will also manipulate the filler once it’s injected to make sure it is sitting in the correct place.

Because you are awake during the treatment, you can work with your physician in order to get the result you’re after. If a lump or any other undesired effect does occur, it can be quickly reversed with an injection of hyaluronidase.

Many people to date have had positive experiences with non-surgical rhinoplasty, and with results lasting up to three years, it’s definitely worth trying before you consider the more traditional route.